Popular Post Zhan_Zhuang Posted January 23, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted January 23, 2021 1 hour ago, VillanousOne said: was superb today Damn right. Some are so quick to criticise, I like him. Nakamba has energy and he is not afraid to pass the ball FORWARDS contrary to what some would have you believe. He was faultless against the Barcodes. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanoiVillan Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 Yes, he was very very good tonight. Didn't look frightened to receive the ball in tight-ish spaces, and made some good passes further forward. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samjp26 Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 2 hours ago, villarule123 said: The 'disaster' transfer window of summer 2019 isn't looking so bad now. LeEdS mK 2 Absolutely Marvelous tonight. All of em. But especially Marvelous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KentVillan Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 A very good player off the ball - fit, powerful, brave, reads the game well. His problem is that he's very limited in what he can do with the ball, but tonight he kept it simple and didn't really put a foot wrong. I like him, and am glad he gave a good account of himself tonight - just not sure he's quite good enough to be part of Smith's long-term plans. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Moustache of Teale Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 The team is playing well at the moment and is on a totally different level to last season. It’s no mystery that his passing and all round game look to have improved with the movement and dynamism in the team. I was worried at the loss of McGinn, but Marvelous slotted in brilliantly tonight in what is becoming a slick and well oiled midfield machine. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyblade Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 10 minutes ago, The Moustache of Teale said: The team is playing well at the moment and is on a totally different level to last season. It’s no mystery that his passing and all round game look to have improved with the movement and dynamism in the team. I was worried at the loss of McGinn, but Marvelous slotted in brilliantly tonight in what is becoming a slick and well oiled midfield machine. We have Sanson to come into that too. All of a sudden our midfield looks strong. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vive_La_Villa Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 25 minutes ago, KentVillan said: A very good player off the ball - fit, powerful, brave, reads the game well. His problem is that he's very limited in what he can do with the ball, but tonight he kept it simple and didn't really put a foot wrong. I like him, and am glad he gave a good account of himself tonight - just not sure he's quite good enough to be part of Smith's long-term plans. I agree with this and fair play to him for coming in and doing a good job. But I’d be surprised to see him still at the club in a couple of years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnyp Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 6 minutes ago, Keyblade said: We have Sanson to come into that too. All of a sudden our midfield looks strong. Our midfield is stacked with some quality, and i include young Jacob in that too. A great problem to have. Earn the shirt on performance and training. The only way it can be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul514 Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 Are people convinced now he isn’t a turd of a player? I never thought he was, I just thought he is an out and out defensive midfielder, the kind that you would play two 8’s in front of but no 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villan-scott Posted January 24, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted January 24, 2021 He did very well last night. Did the job asked of him and wasn’t under a great deal of pressure or threat. Well done Marv! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoony Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 Another one that has improved through excellent coaching and clearly has the raw talent. Starting to think Suso was harshly treated... what do we know really 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozvillafan Posted January 24, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted January 24, 2021 Late in the game, we got caught in possession with our CB's high up the pitch. Fraser (I think) went on a run into the box only to have the ball pinched off his feet in the box by Marvelous, who read the danger and responded immediately. Cracking piece of defensive play. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hornso Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 35 minutes ago, ozvillafan said: Late in the game, we got caught in possession with our CB's high up the pitch. Fraser (I think) went on a run into the box only to have the ball pinched off his feet in the box by Marvelous, who read the danger and responded immediately. Cracking piece of defensive play. Yeah, think Mings lost it at midfield but Marvellous snuffed it out superbly. We haven’t had a lot of chances to see it but in one of those Sky Sport FIFA game interviews Jack says he’s one of the best endurance athletes at the club, can run all day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCJonah Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 9 hours ago, villarule123 said: The 'disaster' transfer window of summer 2019 isn't looking so bad now. They're looking very good, however if it wasn't for covid, we'd have probably got relegated. I know the task was difficult and long term the signings look to be paying off but I still think we gambled way too much that summer and it was on the verge of being a complete disaster. Its no surprise that Suso got sacked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilko154 Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 Very good last night. A bit like Hause, I was hesitant on him coming into the side but he proved himself to be more than capable. Playing in a better side will improve his game and he's a solid player to have in reserve for the DM role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villalad21 Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 We are lucky to have 2 good dm's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMelvillan Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 2 hours ago, Hornso said: Yeah, think Mings lost it at midfield but Marvellous snuffed it out superbly. We haven’t had a lot of chances to see it but in one of those Sky Sport FIFA game interviews Jack says he’s one of the best endurance athletes at the club, can run all day. I imagine it's part of a villa midfielders training to be reactive to Mings losing the ball on the halfway line by doing something dumb 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody1000 Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 Another player who last season was inconsistent, but has seen the level we play at now and has raised his game. Would still start McGinn against Burnley, but I think most fans are currently satisfied with Nakamba as backup if he can produce performances like last night whenever he is called upon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeyAnty Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 Be interesting to see if he’s dropped for McGinn on Wednesday night. Be harsh on him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulC Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 Of course he will be left out. Necastle are a really poor side and McGinn is a key player for us 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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